Low Sodium Rice with Vermicelli

Elevate your side dish game with this flavorful and heart-healthy Low Sodium Rice with Vermicelli. This simple yet satisfying recipe combines nutty, golden-brown vermicelli noodles with tender, long-grain white rice, perfectly seasoned with aromatic cumin, black pepper, and fresh parsley. Cooked in unsalted vegetable broth and complemented by sautéed garlic, onion, and sweet diced carrot, this dish is naturally low in sodium, making it a wholesome addition to your meal. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, it’s the perfect accompaniment to grilled proteins or roasted vegetables. Packed with rich, homey flavors, this recipe is a delicious and healthy twist on a classic. Let it become a staple at your dinner table!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 0.5 cup vermicelli noodles
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2.5 cups unsalted vegetable broth
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium carrot, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon cumin powder

Directions

Step 1

In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the vermicelli and sauté until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 3

Stir in the onion and garlic, cooking until the onion becomes translucent, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Add the diced carrot and continue to cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the rice and stir to coat the grains in the oil and vegetable mixture, sautéing for 1-2 minutes.

Step 6

Add the cumin powder and black pepper, stirring to blend the spices evenly.

Step 7

Pour in the unsalted vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a boil.

Step 8

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for 15-18 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 9

Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for another 5 minutes.

Step 10

Fluff the rice with a fork, stir in the fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1033.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	790.3

Total Fat 29.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 77.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 123.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g	0%
Total Sugars 10.2g
Protein 11.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 133.2mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 645.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.0%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 61.5%